Sony NEX-5R vs Sony TX200V

Below is a extended comparison of the Sony NEX-5R and Sony TX200V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is fairly comparable but the NEX-5R (APS-C) and TX200V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-5R was announced 8 months later than the TX200V and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the NEX-5R scores against the TX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-5R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are available at Sony NEX-5R Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-5R comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has proportions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-5R and Sony TX200V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the NEX-5R compared to the TX200V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-5R and TX200V is 89 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5R and TX200V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NEX-5R with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony TX200V will provide extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer NEX-5R will have a benefit in sensor technology.